A Missouri Senate committee heard testimony Tuesday on legislation that would bar educators from encouraging students to pursue gender transition. SB 1085 would require school staff to notify the principal within 24 hours of a student expressing they belong to the...
Missouri teens could soon earn less than the state’s minimum wage. A bill pre-filed for the upcoming legislative session would allow employers to pay workers under 18 a lower rate. Missouri Republican State Senator Joe Nicola, who represents part of the Kansas City...
Missouri lawmakers are once again taking a closer look at property tax changes. State Sen. Joe Nicola—who represents part of Jackson County in the Kansas City area—said the real challenge is crafting a system that works for both urban and rural counties. “In Jackson...
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed a bill into law that will change the way utility rates are set. SB 4 will give utility companies the authority to use a so-called “future test year” model for setting rates based on projected costs. It will also let private electric...
A Missouri Senate bill would create specialized courts focused on providing an alternative for certain criminal defendants who are suffering from a mental health disorder. The Missouri Senate gave initial approval Monday to the legislation sponsored by Sen. Rusty...
